Why, I started this project in the first place. The parking brake did not work at a boat ramp, not good, I want to fix it. Ordered GM Ceramic pads for all four wheels. The fronts installed real nice. I installed new rotors in the front as they were pretty worn. They were only 50 bucks each at Auto Zone, but, the rear are $100 each. I'm thinking of having the rears cut and reuse them. Is this a good pratice? -or- should I pop for new rotors in the rear also? I'm a little concerned about getting the rear rotors off, any suggestions? So, my posting is two questions. I'm looking for suggestions on removing the rear rotors. There is a plate on the back face of the rotor, so pounding with a rubber mallet is not an option. I have read many problems with getting these off. Second, should I go with new or is cutting ok? Thanks in advance.

Even though there were no replies to my post, all went extremely well. After much research, I replaced all the brake pads with GM ceramic, new front rotors, cut the rear rotors and repaired the parking brake. Everything works great. In total, it cost me around $210 for the complete job. I'm very satisfied (DIY). I think I can help others after this, it's really easy. :biggrin:

Even though there were no replies to my post, all went extremely well. After much research, I replaced all the brake pads with GM ceramic, new front rotors, cut the rear rotors and repaired the parking brake. Everything works great. In total, it cost me around $210 for the complete job. I'm very satisfied (DIY). I think I can help others after this, it's really easy. :biggrin:

I am curious to what the issue was getting off the rear rotors. I only have 30K on my 2000 Yukon so I have not had a need to pull off the rotors; although, at the next tire rotation I will be checking the rear brakes.

What was the secret to getting the rotors off?

//2000CAYukon

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I had no problems getting the rotors off. Just disconnect the cable from the back of the rotor to release any pressure on the brake shoe. The brake shoe is close to the outside of the hub so there are no obstructions. I had 56K miles, first time the rotors were pulled.

I have an 02 XL w/ 65k. I have never liked the brakes. Test drove a 06 Denali XL...same crappy brakes.

Did the new pads stop better????????????????

I have an 02 XL w/ 65k. I have never liked the brakes. Test drove a 06 Denali XL...same crappy brakes.

Did the new pads stop better????????????????

I noticed the difference right away. When I went to "break" the pads in, I had to be careful not to lock up the wheels. My brakes are really nice now. I have an extra set of new rear GM Ceramic Pads (don't ask). Going to be selling them. They list for $75.90. Selling for $40 + $10 ship. GM p/n 88909671.

Even though there were no replies to my post, all went extremely well. After much research, I replaced all the brake pads with GM ceramic, new front rotors, cut the rear rotors and repaired the parking brake. Everything works great. In total, it cost me around $210 for the complete job. I'm very satisfied (DIY). I think I can help others after this, it's really easy. :biggrin:


Your Parking brake still holds the car in drive with foot off the brake
pedal. My car started to move in drive and parking brake wont hold it.
Did you repair the emergency brake shoes or the cable.